Fat Grafting

Lipofilling, also known as fat grafting or autologous fat transfer, is a procedure that uses your own fat to restore volume, improve contours and rejuvenate areas affected by ageing, weight loss, scarring or previous surgery. Fat is harvested from one area of the body, carefully prepared, and then transferred to another area to create natural-looking, long-lasting results.

Because your own tissue is used, lipofilling can provide a softer and more natural feel than many alternative treatments. It is commonly used for facial rejuvenation, breast enhancement, scar correction and contour refinement.

At A Glance

Operation time

45 to 180 minutes

Anaesthetic

General

Hospital stay

Same day

Driving

1 - 2 weeks

Exercise

Light activity after 2 weeks

Back to work

2 - 14 days

Full Recovery

4 - 6 weeks

Frequenty Asked Questions

Who is suitable for lipofilling?

Good candidates are individuals who have sufficient donor fat, are in good overall health, have realistic expectations and are seeking natural-looking volume enhancement or contour improvement. Non-smokers and non-vapers generally achieve the best results.

What areas can be treated with fat grafting?

Lipofilling can be used for:

Facial rejuvenation
Breast enhancement or reconstruction
Hand rejuvenation
Scar correction
Correction of contour irregularities caused by injury or previous surgery
Restoration of volume lost through ageing or weight loss

Is lipofilling completed in one procedure?

Not always. Some of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed by the body during healing. For this reason, more than one treatment session may be required to achieve the desired result. Additional procedures are typically performed 3–6 months apart if needed.

Do I have enough fat for lipofilling?

A consultation with Mr Sawyer will determine whether you have suitable donor fat available. Patients with very low body fat may not have enough tissue for transfer. For breast enhancement, lipofilling is generally best suited to those seeking a small to moderate increase in size.

Will the transferred fat last permanently?

Some of the transferred fat is naturally absorbed by the body during healing. The fat that successfully develops a blood supply generally remains permanently and ages naturally with the rest of your body.

Does lipofilling remove cellulite or stretch marks?

No. While lipofilling can improve volume and contour, it will not remove cellulite, stretch marks or existing scars.

Price Range

From £3,700

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